Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA Applications)

DACA (officially "Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals") went into effect one year ago on August 15, 2012 (Happy Anniversary, DACA!). As of August 31 this year over one half million (588,725) DACA applications had been received. The acceptance rate of these applications was 96.4% (567,563). The

Accepted DACA Applications

Of the 567,563 applications that were accepted: o 455,455 (80.2%) have been approved; o 9,578 (1.7%) of the applications have been denied; and o 102,530 (18.1%) of the applications are still under review.

Decided DACA Applications

Of the 465,033 applications that have already been decided: o 455,455 (98%) have been approved; and o 9578 (2%) have been denied.

DACA Benefits

These results are very positive. Thousands of immigrants have already been approved through DACA. They now have work cards, social security numbers and driver's licenses. Best of all they no longer have to worry about being picked up and deported. Additionally, the proposed immigration reform bill that is now being considered in congress gives "Dreamers" special treatment in attaining lawful presence and citizenship. Being approved now through DACA identifies you as someone who will enjoy that special treatment if the bill is passed.

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The time to apply is now. In its first year in existence, the outcomes have been much greater than were expected. If you are eligible (or if you know someone who is eligible), you should explore your opportunity to receive the benefits offered by DACA. Apply now.

I hope the material in this article has been helpful but keep in mind it is informational only and not legal advice. Immigration Law can be complicated and mistakes can have severe consequences. If you have legal questions regarding DACA, please give me a call at (702) 998-2915 or email me at scott@illvinfo.com. It will be my pleasure to help you.